Punaluʻu Beach ( Black Sand Beach) is a beach between Pāhala and Nāʻālehu on the Big Island of the U.S. state of Hawaii. The beach has black sand made of basalt lava.

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Sea Mountain

Sea Mountain
2.5 star property
Pahala
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (535 reviews)
"great location, friendly staff"
United States
Rodolfo
The price is ₩194,355
₩230,722 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Sea Mountain

Chalet Kilauea

Chalet Kilauea
2.5 star property
Volcano
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (540 reviews)
"This was a super cute, unique place to stay. Beautiful property, amazing rooms!! We reserved 3 rooms and all of them were different, spacious, and comfortable."
United States
Roxann
The price is ₩235,453
₩279,511 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Chalet Kilauea

Volcano Forest Inn

Volcano Forest Inn
3.5 star property
Volcano
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (200 reviews)
"A really good property with excellent location. Best if you plan to visit the volcano national park at night."
United States
Ashish
The price is ₩135,185
₩304,571 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 17 - Jun 18
Volcano Forest Inn

Fern Forest Getaway

Fern Forest Getaway
2.5 star property
Mountain View
6.4 out of 10, (145 reviews)
"awesome place"
United States
Harry
The price is ₩135,185
₩160,481 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 19 - Jun 20
Fern Forest Getaway

Kilauea Lodge and Restaurant

Kilauea Lodge and Restaurant
3.5 star property
Volcano
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (602 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay here so much. The lodge is very close to valcano park, the food at the hotel is exceptional, plus the staff are very accommodating. It was a great stay!"
Canada
Lakshmi
The price is ₩467,683
₩555,196 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Kilauea Lodge and Restaurant

Lokahi Lodge

Lokahi Lodge
2.5 star property
Volcano
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (253 reviews)
"Great place to stay for the distance from Volcano National Park. Great check in experience & clean quite room"
United States
Evan
The price is ₩209,877
₩249,143 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 24 - Jun 25
Lokahi Lodge

Volcano Village Estates

Volcano Village Estates
3.0 star property
Volcano
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (329 reviews)
"We had a awesome time "
United States
Patrick
The price is ₩462,464
₩549,006 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 4 - Jul 5
Volcano Village Estates

Hale 'Ohu Bed & Breakfast

Hale 'Ohu Bed & Breakfast
3.5 star property
Volcano
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (145 reviews)
"Love the location! Friendly staff and amazing breakfast each morning!!!"
United States
Karen
Hale 'Ohu Bed & Breakfast

Aloha Crater Lodge and Lava Tube

Aloha Crater Lodge and Lava Tube
3.5 star property
Volcano
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (533 reviews)
"Delightful - ‘70s funky - very quiet (except for the evening bird that kept us awake until sunrise - fabulous homemade banana bread! - proximity to Volcano Nat’l Park is great - coffee and the morning stroll was great!"
United States
Rob
The price is ₩257,927
₩306,190 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Aloha Crater Lodge and Lava Tube

Volcano Village Lodge

Volcano Village Lodge
3.5 star property
Volcano
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (94 reviews)
"Beautiful place to stay while visiting the volcano area"
United States
Pamela
The price is ₩812,881
₩964,967 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 10 - Jul 11
Volcano Village Lodge

Aloha Junction Bed and Breakfast

Aloha Junction Bed and Breakfast
2.5 star property
Volcano
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (216 reviews)
"Fantastic location to explore volcano national park and super friendly owners and pups!"
United States
Kristin
The price is ₩255,484
₩576,392 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Aloha Junction Bed and Breakfast

Lava Lodge at Hale Kilauea

Lava Lodge at Hale Kilauea
3.0 star property
Volcano
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (380 reviews)
"The property was clean, the staff was very attentive to ensure we had what we needed, and the checkout was very easy."
United States
Davin
The price is ₩341,375
₩405,250 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 27 - Jun 28
Lava Lodge at Hale Kilauea

Hawaii Island Resort

Hawaii Island Resort
2.5 star property
Naalehu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (148 reviews)
"Alex and his mother have a beautiful property with macadamia nuts and fruit trees that you can eat from. Our room was clean, the beds were comfortable. I wish we could have spent a little more time, as we were only there for 1 night. Would reccomend."
United States
Elizabeth
The price is ₩288,257
₩342,196 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Hawaii Island Resort
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Black sand beaches invite you to relax while nearby Ka'u Coffee Mill offers tours of Hawaii's prized coffee plantations. Venture to nearby Hawaii Volcanoes National Park where rangers can guide you to the best viewing spots for active lava flows.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place for a stay in Pahala?
Based on our traveler data, Sea Mountain is one of the top choices for your stay. This condo offers an outdoor pool and free parking. Other good options for your visit to the area are Kilauea Lodge and Restaurant and Lokahi Lodge. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Pahala.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Pahala, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Pahala.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Pahala?
For additional details about changing or cancelling your trip to Pahala, head over to our customer service page.
What's the best hotel to stay near Punalu'u Beach?
Colony I at Sea Mountain in Pahala is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this condo offers an outdoor pool and free parking. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Punalu'u Beach. Another good choice is Pahala Plantation Cottages, located 4.8 mi (7.7 km) away.
What about the best place to stay close to Ka'u Coffee Mill?
One of the top choices for your stay is Pahala Plantation Cottages, located 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Ka'u Coffee Mill, and this 3.5-star cottage offers free parking and private lanais. Colony I at Sea Mountain in Pahala and Hawaii Island Resort are two other good options within the surrounding area.
What are some hotels with pools in Pahala?
Sea Mountain: Features free self parking, an outdoor pool, and complimentary wireless internet access. View all hotels with pools in Pahala.
What's it like staying in Pahala?
Nature enthusiasts will enjoy exploring Pahala, and many visitors are sure to appreciate the beaches, volcano viewpoints, and local tours. A top sight in the city is Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. In Pahala, there are 29 hotels and other accommodations to choose from. Find out more about Pahala.
What should I do while I'm visiting Pahala?
The beaches and volcanoes exemplify the natural beauty, and places to admire include Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Punalu'u Beach. Additionally, you might want to add Kaʻu Coffee Mill to your itinerary. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's Pahala guide.
What's the weather like in Pahala?
The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 70°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 65°F. The rainiest months in Pahala are August, July, September, and June, with each month seeing an average of 17 inches of rainfall.